Coinbase has expanded its Global Advisory Council with the addition of four national security experts, including former U.S. Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper. This move demonstrates the cryptocurrency exchange platform's commitment to navigating the complex regulatory environment in the United States. The council, which includes former political figures and national security specialists, will provide Coinbase with strategic counsel as it engages with policymakers and regulatory bodies to foster a more conducive regulatory framework for the growth of the cryptocurrency industry. However, Coinbase faces regulatory challenges internationally, as the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan has restricted the company's operations within its borders.